Recirculating Pulsatile Flow for Realistic Vascular Training

The LifeLike WetLab System is a recirculating, pulsatile pump system designed for use with a wide variety of LifeLike conduits and Embedded Vessels models.

It introduces realistic pulsatile flow into compatible artificial vessels, providing a practical training platform for vascular anastomosis, bypass and cannulation procedures. The system can be purchased independently or as one of two complete training packages containing selected LifeLike tissues, sutures and surgical instruments.

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Key Features

• Recirculating surgical training pump system
• Produces realistic pulsatile vascular flow
• Compatible with a wide variety of LifeLike conduits
• Suitable for use with LifeLike Embedded Vessels models
• Supports anastomosis, bypass and cannulation training
• Allows completed vascular repairs to be observed under flow
• Available as a standalone system or complete training package
• Suitable for basic and advanced vascular skills development
• Designed for professional surgical education and simulation

Training Applications

The LifeLike WetLab System can be used to practise and demonstrate a range of vascular surgery skills, including:

• End-to-end vascular anastomosis
• End-to-side vascular anastomosis
• Vascular bypass techniques
• Femoral artery procedures
• Carotid endarterectomy
• Arterial and venous cannulation
• Vessel preparation and handling
• Vascular clamping and suturing
• Needle placement and suture control
• Evaluation of vascular repairs under pulsatile flow

Realistic Pulsatile Flow

Static vessel models provide an effective way to develop basic suturing technique, but they cannot reproduce the behaviour of a vascular repair when exposed to circulation.

The LifeLike WetLab System recirculates fluid through the connected vessel or embedded model, introducing realistic pulsatile flow into the training exercise.

This allows learners and instructors to observe an anastomosis, bypass or cannulation site under simulated flow and evaluate the quality of the completed repair.

Package 1275: LifeLike WetLab System

The standalone LifeLike WetLab System is suitable for institutions that already use LifeLike conduits or Embedded Vessels models and require a recirculating pulsatile flow system.

Package Includes

• 1 × LifeLike WetLab recirculating pulsatile pump system

Compatible LifeLike conduits and Embedded Vessels models can be selected separately according to the required procedure.

Package 1276: WetLab System with LifeLike Tissues

This option combines the WetLab System with selected LifeLike vascular tissues for femoral artery and saphenous vein training.

Package Includes

• 1 × LifeLike WetLab System
• 1 × Embedded Femoral Arteries Model
• 2 × LifeLike Large Saphenous Veins

This package provides a practical starting point for vascular dissection, anastomosis, bypass and vessel-handling exercises.

Package 1277: WetLab System Complete Package

The LifeLike WetLab System Complete Package provides a comprehensive vascular surgery training solution containing the pump system, femoral and carotid training models, replacement veins, sutures and a dedicated surgical instrument kit.

Package Includes

• 1 × LifeLike WetLab System
• 1 × Embedded Femoral Arteries Model
• 1 × Basic Embedded Carotids for Endarterectomy Model
• 2 × LifeLike Large Saphenous Veins
• 2 × Boxes of Nylon Suture C
• 1 × Suturing Instruments Kit

Suturing Instruments Kit Includes

• 1 × Metzenbaum Scissors
• 1 × Cooley Forceps
• 1 × Castroviejo Needle Holder
• 1 × Crile Forceps
• 1 × Potts-Smith Scissors
• 1 × Weitlaner Self-Retaining Retractor
• 1 × Scalpel Handle

Compatible Training Models

The WetLab System is designed for use with a wide variety of LifeLike products, including:

• LifeLike artificial arteries
• LifeLike artificial veins
• Saphenous vein models
• Vascular conduits
• Embedded Femoral Arteries models
• Embedded Carotid Arteries models
• Other compatible Embedded Vessels models

Suitable for Professional Surgical Education

• Vascular surgery trainees and fellows
• Cardiac surgery trainees
• Consultant-led surgical training
• Medical schools and universities
• Teaching hospitals
• Surgical skills laboratories
• Clinical simulation centres
• Vascular anastomosis workshops
• Endarterectomy training programmes
• Medical device training and demonstrations

Product Information

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the three options?

Product 1275 is the standalone WetLab System. Product 1276 adds an Embedded Femoral Arteries Model and two Large Saphenous Veins. Product 1277 is the complete package with femoral and carotid models, veins, sutures and a surgical instrument kit.

Which option is best for a new training facility?

Package 1277 provides the most comprehensive starting configuration because it includes the WetLab System, multiple vascular models, sutures and the required suturing instruments.

Can other LifeLike vessels be used?

Yes. The system is designed for use with a wide variety of LifeLike conduits and Embedded Vessels models. Compatibility should be confirmed for the particular model and procedure.

What procedures can be practised?

Depending on the selected tissues, the system can support vascular anastomosis, bypass, carotid endarterectomy and cannulation training.